Podouken
Laser TimeA PODCAST FOR ARCADE LOVERS. From the owners of 100+ arcade and pinball cabinets, and the proprietors of a real-life arcade comes PODOUKEN, a brand new podcast that takes a deep dive into the world of video arcade games, and explores the history, story, strategy, art, music, restoration, preservation and fun of arcade games.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 168 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureVideo GamesGames | |||
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In an ocean of crappy video game podcasts, Podouken is a life raft. I only started listening (from episode 1) a couple months ago and am now caught up and impatiently waiting for each new episode. Keep up the great work, guys!
Podcast Addict5a year agomarcustopheles- Pop in some quarters and enjoy
If you like arcades and if you own arcade like machines -this is the podcast for you.
Personally a favorite of mine; the dynamic between the 3 hosts is so engaging and they are so quick to bounce off of each other. Even if you don’t like a certain game it’s still a fun listen as you’ll learn more and more history of arcade games.
They have a fun and light hearted community- would recommend this podcast to anyone
Apple Podcasts5BizarroAids
United States2 years ago - Makes me miss the arcade days
Was always more into console games, but listening to these three with their deep knowledge and entertaining banter make this one of my favorite video game podcast. Let’s get a gauntlet episode out already!
Apple Podcasts5jamesbombergerUnited States2 years ago - Who knew learning would be so fun?
Was always more of a console buff, but listening these three with their deep knowledge and entertaining banter make this one of my favorite video game podcast. Let’s get a gauntlet episode out already!
Apple Podcasts5jamesbombergerUnited States3 years ago - Who knew learning would be so fun?
Was always more of a console buff, but listening these three with their deep knowledge and entertaining banter make this one favorite video game podcast. Let’s get a gauntlet episode out already!
Apple Podcasts5jamesbombergerUnited States3 years ago
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What is Podouken about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A retro-gaming and arcade-history podcast that dives into the culture, hardware, preservation, and restoration of classic arcade titles. Across episodes, hosts share deep-dive analyses of iconic games, from design decisions and technical constraints to the community around collecting, maintenance, and events. The show pairs technical inside baseball with candid nostalgia, often featuring personal anecdotes, restoration tips, and cross-title comparisons, making it engaging for collectors, technicians, and enthusiasts who want both context and practical insights. A standout angle is the hosts' hands-on involvement with real cabinets and a visible passion for preserving arcade history, which can be compelling for sponsors and guests seeking an... more
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Podouken launched 7 years ago and published 168 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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2. Mike (Bizzaroaids)
3. Chris Austin
4. Leon Twicks Brunson
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